Tools like ChatGPT and other artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the landscape of  PT education.  How can you adapt? 

ACAPT member Carole Tucker, PT, PhD chaired a series of artificial intelligence workshops from the NASEM Global Forum on Innovation in Health Profession Education (HPE); ACAPT is an active Global Forum member. 2023 recordings are available below:

• Artificial intelligence - embedding competencies
• Embedding AI within health professions education
• AI considerations in the adoption of AI in HPE
• Critical importance & relevance of AI in HPE

If you are interested in joining a NASEM Global Forum working group focused on resources & shared experiences of using or teaching AI in HPE, please email Dr. Tucker. 

Below are recommended steps PT educators should take now.

1. Educate yourself & your colleagues in basic concepts & controversies related to AI.  Start with this article from the National Academy of Medicine. 
   
   
2. Build relationships.
   
   
3. Establish a local advisory group to collaborate with the existing curricular oversight process.
   
   
4. Review your program's existing competency outcomes & curricula.
   
   
5. Review the existing assessment program.
   
   
6. Review existing admissions & selection processes.
   
   
7. Participate in evaluation & research regarding the impact of AI in education.
   
   
8. Engage in national & global discussions to:
   
   
   • Enhance AI training
   • Establish learning objectives & developmentally appropriate progression of training in AI
   • Leverage AI in training
   • Develop AI capabilities that assist in delivery of educational programs